What's Happening

What's Happening

September 10, 2009

Spotlight event

Early 20th century fashion exhibit: The Osceola County Historical Society Museum presents the exhibit "Fine Fashion in the Early Twentieth Century" at the Pioneer Village and Museum, 750 N. Bass Road in Kissimmee. The exhibit, on view through September, showcases authentic clothing from the era including dresses and accoutrements which ladies wore and used during the time period. Viewing hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday through Sunday. Admission is $5 for adults, $2 for children, free for children 5 or younger. Details: 407-396-8644.

Lectures, Seminars

History program: 7 p.m. Sept. 11; Pioneer Village, 750 N. Bass Road, Kissimmee. The Osceola County Historical Society will pay homage to the 9/11 tragedy with a special edition of its "History Talks" series titled, "9/11: A Special Remembrance" featuring John Martinez, who will discuss his firsthand experiences of 9/11, the long period of recovery at Ground Zero, and how it all evolved and manifested into his painting of the subject. Reservations are recommended. $10 for OCHS members, $15 for nonmembers. 407-396-8644.

Caring for a child-relative in the home: 2:30 p.m. Sept. 16; Department of Children and Families, 1507 N. John Young Parkway, Kissimmee. Family Services of Metro Orlando will present a meeting for community members caring for a child-relative in the home. The meeting will outline services that children and relative caregivers are entitled to in Orange and Osceola counties including Medicaid benefits and financial stipends. Free. 407-367-1213.

Women's health fair: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sept. 26; Osceola Regional Medical Center, 700 W. Oak St., Kissimmee. There will be a variety of seminars and health screenings as well as information on breast health, diabetes, stroke, lymphedema, nutrition, heart disease, pregnancy and water safety. There will also be children's activities and a bike rodeo. Free. 1-877-442-2362.

Protecting skin from the sun: 7-8 a.m. Sept. 30; Osceola County Road and Bridge, 3850 Old Canoe Creek Road, St. Cloud. Learn the meaning of SPF, the difference between the many products available, and the risks associated with not protecting yourself. Learn what type of sun screen is best for your type of skin. Registration required. Free. 321-697-3000.

Depression: 10-11 a.m. Oct. 16; Osceola County Sheriff's Office, 2601 E. Irlo Bronson Highway, Kissimmee. Learn about the different types, causes and treatments for depression and when it is time to seek professional help. Free. 321-697-3000.